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Centennial Hall, left and the Juneau Arts & Culture Center, center, on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: Ballot propositions are must for Juneau

The upcoming municipal election defines a critical juncture in Juneau’s future.

Centennial Hall, left and the Juneau Arts & Culture Center, center, on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: A different way to interpret New JACC numbers

A response to an earlier My Turn.

The Juneau Arts & Culture Center is seen in this August 2019 photo. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: Why I’ll be voting ‘no’ on all 3 propositions

Bonds are not free money.

Police calls for Friday, Sept. 27, 2019

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Police calls for Friday, Sept. 27, 2019

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report…

Raccoons, wild pigs and other bad ideas

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Raccoons, wild pigs and other bad ideas

Tales of imported wildlife.

The Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority has sold its subport land along Egan Drive in downtown Juneau to NCL Bahamas Ltd., which does business as Norwegian Cruise Lines, for $20 million. Norwegian Cruise Lines has until Sept. 19 to fulfill all the requirements of the bidding process, which includes paying 10 percent of the purchase price. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: New dock could be gold mine

It’s a stroke of genius.

There are many uses for a bucket load of blueberries. (Vivian Faith Prescott | For the Capital City Weekly)

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Blueberries: The Berry Best

If you’ve got the blues, try these recipes.

Police calls for Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019

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Police calls for Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019

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Michael Tagaban, of the Wooshkeetaan Clan, brings water to elders during a “Warming of the Hands” ceremony at the Juneau Arts & Culture Center in November 2013. The ceremony opened a four-day Sharing Our Knowledge conference at Centennial Hall focusing on culture and Tlingit language. The conference starts Thursday and runs through Sunday this year. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Weekend guide: A culture conference, cabin grand opening and Juneau drag goes to Studio 54

Here’s what’s happening this week.

Opinion: ‘Just say no’ to new JACC

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Opinion: ‘Just say no’ to new JACC

I support the arts, but art is a luxury.

The Juneau Arts & Culture Center on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: Let’s make the new JACC a reality, for us and the children

Vote Yes on Prop 3.

The Juneau Arts Culture Center, seen in this August 2019 picture, is home to mold that can make the venue a no-go for some Juneau residents, (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: Community can breathe easier with a New JACC

Let’s show our support.

A change in season is marked by tree leaves turning color at Evergreen Cemetery on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Autumn arrives in Juneau

Observations from Eaglecrest, Dan Moller and Gold Ridge.

The Juneau Arts & Culture Center on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: Proposition 3: Not at this time

A $26.4 million building is a big “ask” during these times of economic uncertainty.

The Juneau Arts & Culture Center on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: New JACC benefits everyone

Please vote yes on all three propositions.

Opinion: Don’t clearcut the Tongass

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Opinion: Don’t clearcut the Tongass

Four timber sales are in the works.

The Juneau Arts & Culture Center on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: When you don’t know, vote no!

Confusing the voters through the design of ballot measures is not open and transparent government.

The Juneau Arts & Culture Center on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Opinion: New JACC isn’t worth it

You’ll be asked to subsidize this monster forever more.

Police calls for Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019

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Police calls for Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report…

Students attend the ninth annual Campus Kickoff at the University of Alaska Southeast on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Opinion: Celebrate College Savings Month by investing in future education

This savings strategy paid off.